Higher Spending by Physicians Not Tied to Better Outcomes
No difference in patient outcomes when physicians order more -- or more pricey -- tests, treatments
Postcode Stress, PTSD Seen After Unsuccessful Resuscitation
Critical care nurses show moderate levels of stress, PTSD after unsuccessful CPR
Contraceptive Use Up for Women With Congenital Heart Disease
Barrier, oral contraception methods are preferred; <50 percent receive contraception counseling
Better Outcomes in T2DM With No Delay in Tx Intensification
Greater reduction in HbA1c, but increased risk of severe hypoglycemia with no delay in intensification
Most Doctors Recommend FDA-Approved Drugs Before E-Cigs
Two-thirds of PCPs, pulmonologists recommend FDA-approved medications for smokers with asthma
Aromatherapy Massage Helpful for Female Cancer Patients
Physical, psychological perceived benefits include overall comfort, relaxation, reduced pain
Patients With Thyroid CA Who Choose No Rx Report Isolation
Participants report decision not to intervene is often met with non-reassuring, unsupportive response
QI Project Ups Jet Injection of Lidocaine in IV Placements
Over seven months, increase in JIL use with IV placement to 54 percent in emergency department
ACC: Cannabis Tied to Higher Odds for Stroke, Heart Failure
Cannabis associated with 26 percent increased risk of stroke, 10 percent increased risk of heart failure
ACC: Zika Linked to Negative Cardiovascular Effects in Adults
Eight Venezuelan patients developed arrhythmias, heart failure after infection